As 2009 comes to a close I look back and think of all that’s happened this year.  Lots of changes for me personally.  I have much to be thankful for, including: a job, a roof over my head, loving & caring family & friends, my health, and much, much more.

This year I learned a lot.  About life, about myself, about making changes and learning to live with the effects.   I also made a lot of new friends.

We welcomed a new member to our family (Caitlin).

Grandma Rie & Grandpa Dave welcome their 2nd granddaughter, Caitlin

And we said goodbye to another.

Missy-girl

I welcomed a special little man into my life.

Duncan

I saw baby sis go to her prom.

Bex, all ready for the prom

Celebrated Rie’s 50th with her.

Rie blows out the candles on her 50th bday cake

I dressed up a dog in costume for the 1st time in my life

Bumble Duncan and Roc Lobster

And saw Yoda kick off his 50th year.

Yoda @ his 50th bday party

I look forward to 2010 and whatever it will bring.  Certainly no experience is a bad experience, just as long as I’m sure to learn from them all.

J